Allen reenlists in New York Army National Guard

LATHAM - Brig. Gen. Patrick A. Murphy, Adjutant General, announced the recent reenlistment of members of the New York Army National Guard in recognition of their continuing commitment to serve community, state and nation as part of the Army National Guard.

Staff Sergeant Matthew Allen from North Creek has reenlisted to continue service with the 466th Medical Company Area Support.

"Over the past three years the New York Army National Guard has come from far below authorized strength to 100 percent strength," Murphy said in remarks to the force in February. "Our priority is to provide ready forces for both state and federal missions and readiness starts with maintaining our strength."